2005 BMW 316 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2005 BMW 316 and 2005 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 316 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 316 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 316 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 316 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |